Patchwork of the Crosses Lucy Boston Quilt - Cosy Stitching English Paper Piecing Vlog

[@sherriekeller319]

Emma, You are so lovely. I could watch you sew for hours. Do what you can, do what you love and brings you joy. You have definitely encouraged me to get on with some of my many projects that have been on hold for too long. I find for myself often times the Spirit is willing but the flesh is weak. We have to protect our peace and take care of ourselves. Much love, X

[@emmajonesvintagesewingbox]

Very wise words Sherrie, thank you. It’s important to remember that. Take care and thank you for watching 🤗

[@lisahall9226]

I absolutely love your videos. They have inspired me to begin my own EPP. I consider you to be my mentor in this new venture. I have been a quilter for years but sometimes I just need to have the tranquility that comes with hand piecing. Thank you and Blessings from the U.S.

[@melodysfiresidefarm]

You have such a sweet spirit it makes you such a joy to sit with while I have my morning coffee. I do my morning Bible studies then I listen to you. I’m 68 and my maternal grandma did some paper piecing with newspaper she cut out and sewed by hand. In my early 20’s quilting was a dying art but with the only one book from the library I taught myself to piece by hand. Years later I learned on the machine but like you my love is working by hand. May God bless you and the work of your hands, love from Texas USA 💖💞

[@emmajonesvintagesewingbox]

Thank you for such a lovely comment! Stitching by hand is such a joy isn’t it 🌸

[@norahsouthwell2241]

Thank you Emma. I loved watching your video. The blocks are lovely. Do what you can and when you can. Follow your heart ❤️

[@roseannecarratkinson4271]

Omgosh! I love, love ,love your little house sewing box. It's adorable. This quilt is on my bucket list to make.

[@sheilarobertson9717]

The most important part is enjoying what you do, so don’t force yourself. It was fun seeing all of the piecing you have completed, very pretty!

[@emmajonesvintagesewingbox]

That’s so true! Thank you Sheila

[@lenacoleman1142]

Great video. Love the Patchwork of the Crosses. It amazes me how different each one will turn out with different fabrics!!

[@emmajonesvintagesewingbox]

Yes it’s a lovely design isn’t it. Thank you Lena

[@Sewmena918]

I love all the beautiful small things you make. This quilt will be so nice when you finish it.

[@emmajonesvintagesewingbox]

Thank you so much!

[@sherrypeck4062]

I soooo love this pieced pattern!

[@sewenticing]

I love your Lucy Boston blocks. I’m glad you are working them again

[@melsmith5833]

Hi there, Emma! I do know what you mean about hand fatigue, mine get terrible cramps sometimes. As a result I have not seen in a while but have turned to cross stitching as it is easier on the hands. However, seeing those beautiful shapes and fabrics, is a temptation. I believe you are right, a little here and there is the answer. A s always, thank you for your peaceful and calm inspiration!

[@emmajonesvintagesewingbox]

Ahh sorry you’ve suffered too Mel, it’s so frustrating isn’t it. Glad you’ve found cross stitch is working for you. Take care

[@sewpaper2linc364]

Hi Emma, it’s nice to do small things as it’s nice to complete a project that doesn’t take 6 or 12 months to finish. Take care and keep stitching. Xx

[@emmajonesvintagesewingbox]

It really is! Thank you for watching

[@JaneStewart-j6l]

Thank you, for all that you do. Very inspiring!! From Tasmania Australia 🧚😃

[@emmajonesvintagesewingbox]

Thank you so much!

[@nancywhite2014]

What a sweet quilting basket! Your blocks are so lovely too 🎉. Thanks for sharing your project ❤

[@emmajonesvintagesewingbox]

Thank you! 😊

[@nancywhite2014]

@@emmajonesvintagesewingbox you are very welcome! I’m across the pond so shipping for the lamp could be pricey.

[@pennyking-cox8124]

Beautiful work Emma. Wise words from your learning curve about yourself. We all need to do this. ❤

[@emmajonesvintagesewingbox]

Yes! Thank you Penny 🌸

[@kayk8123]

How very beautiful that will be complete since it is already so pretty in its pieces. I just so admire your house box, it's sweet and charming. Blessings!❤

[@emmajonesvintagesewingbox]

Thank you so much! It’s a lovely project to work on

[@pamfrank3962]

Thank you for sharing this wonderful quilt. I hope you finish as it is absolutely stunning in design. It will be a Fabulous addition to your home. ❤

[@emmajonesvintagesewingbox]

Thank you! It might take years but I will finish it!🌸

[@nancyt2003]

Always lovely to have a visit with you!💕

[@michelemajor8764]

Always love your videos Emma, so calming and inspiring. Really enjoying seeing you in your studio, wishing you every success with your ventures xxx

[@emmajonesvintagesewingbox]

Oh thank you! That’s so kind 🤗

[@TrishBailey-m1d]

Thank you Emma for sharing the beautiful cross blocks... indeed,a little and often,stop before your fed up of something is my Moto.Keep warm and cosy xx

[@emmajonesvintagesewingbox]

Absolutely! Take care Trish and thanks for watching

[@NDQuilter1]

Thank you. I so enjoyed. 😊

[@marilynpease8782]

I too have a Lucy Boston project that is a few years old. I need to organize it as you have done.

[@nanigail395]

I love watching you & so relate because I, too, am very slow & like to change up rather than do all the cutting of one thing & then all the pressing, etc. It is more relaxing and less repetitive ☺️ God bless you as you work on a little each day❣️

[@kareng4551]

Oh Emma, you’ve made me miss my Patchwork of the Crosses quilt! I don’t think I’ve worked on it only once this year. I must get back to it!! Thanks for inspiring me! ❤

[@helencooper2853]

Hello Emma You are such a sweet person.Your videos are so calming to watch. I think your work and projects are beautiful. Thank you and have a blessed day.🥰

[@emmajonesvintagesewingbox]

Thank you so much! That’s so kind, take care Helen x

[@RonnieBeaman]

I love listening to your comments and watching you sew. It always inspires me. Thank you

[@emmajonesvintagesewingbox]

Thank you so much!

[@stitchann]

I so enjoy watching your stitching. I also feel the same in that I really enjoy making small intricate things by hand but I balance that out by making large bed quilts that are super simple machine made and utilitarian. I need to pick up my EPP again soon. Thanks for sharing with us.

[@emmajonesvintagesewingbox]

thanks for watching Ann

[@joyfuller3085]

Hi Emma, If you buy the SewTites Light, that helps hold the patches for EPP and reduces the strain on yr hands. Can't remember but I think I bought them from Cotton Patch. Love yr videos. Joy, Cambridge.

[@emmajonesvintagesewingbox]

Thank you Joy! Will check them out. I think I’ve resisted buying them in the past because I thought they were a bit expensive but maybe it would be worth it to reduce the pain. Take care

[@priscillamcgarry5200]

Hi Emma. This video has inspired me to get my Lucy Boston basket out and continue working on a project that I absolutely love. So much to do and so little time🌸🌸thank you.

[@erinasmit3573]

Thank you, Emma, lovely to see your Lucy Boston blocks, they are beautiful. Beautiful fabric, and a lovely Cath Kidston organiser, I love how you use beautiful objects to hold all the bits and pieces. Happy sewing!

[@emmajonesvintagesewingbox]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate you watching and your lovely comment 🌸

[@stelladavies2262]

Emma, I look forward so much to watching your videos after a long busy day. You have a very natural calm way about you and i am inspired by your beautiful small projects. I’m 1/2 way through making your flower pin cushion and I am determined to finish it (my first ever quilt make). It was helpful to see that you too have unfinished projects that you want to get back to. My main problem is I don’t seem to finish anything! I have decided now that I have a little more time that I will finally go back and sift through my sewing projects and get started again. Don’t worry that you have have had your quilt project since 2020 …… I’m having to go back 30+ years to mine! They are mainly cross stitch or embroidery and this is the year to get going on them again, alongside my newly found quilt making, which I’m enjoying so much. Thanks for the inspiration ❤

[@emmajonesvintagesewingbox]

Aww thank you for such lovely words! Really means a lot. I think all of us crafters have projects squirrelled away that are unfinished, I know I have quite a few! The way I see it, if the break you’ve had from a project is years, it will almost feel like a new project again by the time you come back to it! So you’ll get the joy of starting something new again! Thank you for buying the flower pincushion class, I hope you love working on it 🌸

[@KD-fn5xi]

Sister from another Mister ! I absolutely LOVED this episode and yeah and I understand about the hands , mine are giving me a wee bit of grief too now , now if I could only stop my daughter from nicking my sewing lamp , I'll be very happy lol ...... Much love from Northern Alberta Canada ...

[@emmajonesvintagesewingbox]

Thanks so much for watching! I need to do some research into what can help relieve hand pain as it seems it is a problem most of us face

[@jacquelineknox1977]

Lovely to catch up with you again Emma. Always so lovely to see what you have been working on. I can see this quilt is a lot of work but will be so lovely when it is finished. I love how you say the changes in the weather are typically English. I live in Melbourne and we are known for our four seasons in one day! It seems it is the same the world over at this time of year between seasons. Take care xx

[@emmajonesvintagesewingbox]

Wow four in one day, that’s crazy! Thanks so much for watching 🌸

[@lindaprice9242]

Just wanted to let you know I love your channel!!!!

[@emmajonesvintagesewingbox]

Oh thank you Linda! That really means a lot to me

[@wendygrant4191]

Hi Emma I love watching your KZbin, the book you recommended Patchwork of Lucy Boston I bought and can't wait to read it ❤

[@emmajonesvintagesewingbox]

hope you love it!

[@karentoynton8948]

Thank you for today Emma you are so interesting to listen to, always making things interesting. I also could watch you sewing for hours and do sometimes . Your very good at explaining what you do so well. Thank you for that . Hope all goes well in your new workshop . I got my large 7x 7 ft quilt finished and quilted it’s on the bed and looks lovely . Wish I could send you a photo like you had previously asked me to do , but not sure how to do it. I will maybe ask my granddaughter when she is next back from uni.. I am a bit if a dinosaur with technology . Sorry .

[@emmajonesvintagesewingbox]

Oh wow that sounds amazing Karen. You will be able to send me a photo through email. My email address is in the channel info part or you can find it on my website. I will look forward to seeing it 🌸

[@linbourne8731]

Thank you for sharing your work on the POC quilt with us, you have made much more progress than me. I subscribed at about the same time and haven't even started mine! There are always so many projects to work on 😊

[@emmajonesvintagesewingbox]

you'll get to it when the time is right I am sure, thanks for watching

[@juliemillar4394]

Beautiful. Thanks so much for sharing. So glad you've come back to this. I'm also working on a Lucy Boston EPP. Suggestbyou try 2 small flat magnets to held your 2 stitching peices together, so much easier on your hands.

[@emmajonesvintagesewingbox]

Will give that a try, thank you Julie

[@suzisaintjames]

2:54 I too, recently pull out a UFO and found some of my favorite tools (just like you pulled out this mini rotary cutter)... and vowed never to put my tools in the project bag or box... Now I have a separate tool bag and then my project bag, so if my project gets set aside, my tools will NOT go up on the shelf too! 💕🌞🌵😷

[@emmajonesvintagesewingbox]

Good idea!

[@suzisaintjames]

​@@emmajonesvintagesewingbox ever find a dried out glue stick in a UFO? Well mine is now in my tool bag so it won't get left behind to dry out. 💕🌞🌵😷

[@karenh8613]

Lovely quilt and video. Perfect as the Winter comes a lovely reminder of Spring.

[@emmajonesvintagesewingbox]

Thank you! 😊

[@Marysharp6366]

It’s a pleasure watching you work. Enjoy all your videos. I am partial to doing hexagons. Would like to do a Lucy Boston quilt but I am 90 years old so not much chance of that. Greetings from New Zealand. (I was born in Bradford )

[@sophiakantrales1277]

Beautiful projects! I too am working on the Patchwork of the Crosses… and a member of the “sore hands” club! Lovely presentation.💕

[@emmajonesvintagesewingbox]

Occupational hazard isn’t it! Thanks for watching

[@sheiklablount5862]

Emma, your blocks are lovely. I am working on the Patchwork of the Crosses as well.

[@emmajonesvintagesewingbox]

Have fun!

[@jacquelinestrand6283]

Hello Emma - thanks for the inspiration - I am much more into small projects also - time to stitch is already too short as it is and I'm getting older so I cherish my quiet stitching time.❤️.

[@emmajonesvintagesewingbox]

Yes, every moment is precious isn’t it. Take care Jacqueline

[@gwynhigginson4871]

Wow what a beautiful quilt..do finish

[@emmajonesvintagesewingbox]

I will definitely give it a try! Will take years though! Thanks for watching Gwyn

[@Sandy-_s]

Beautiful

[@emmajonesvintagesewingbox]

Thank you

[@celiapatriciaperezibarra2382]

Me encanta, gracias por compartir

[@kajalsingh9554]

Hi Emma, watching your video after such a long time. Everything looked so lovely as usual. I was admiring the "house" box again. I just love it. Hope to see the finished Cross quilt soon.

[@emmajonesvintagesewingbox]

Thank you! It won’t be finished soon that’s for sure, but hopefully in the next couple of years

[@julieagar4483]

Lovely video Emma. I really love all of your work.❤

[@emmajonesvintagesewingbox]

Thank you so much!

[@smarttraveler8232]

I just discovered the patchwork of the crosses pattern and am interested in trying to make at least 1 and see how it goes.

[@emmajonesvintagesewingbox]

Definitely give it a try, it’s a lovely pattern and a little bit addictive!

[@darlenebingenheimer7434]

Did a POTC and it took me 3 yrs a little at a time. But I love it. Good luck. Love your channel.

[@emmajonesvintagesewingbox]

A labour of love but totally worth it, you have a special heirloom now. Thanks for watching Darlene

[@SuzanneStutzle]

I love that kit. It's really beautiful. I have come to realise that I too like smaller projects. It's nice to settle in with what I like but every now and again I lash out and do something completely different. I keep meaning to buy some of those flexie form shapes.

[@emmajonesvintagesewingbox]

Yes, change is as good as rest!

[@dollysadlak5242]

Very pretty ❤thanks

[@emmajonesvintagesewingbox]

Thank you too!

[@annvisser1792]

😂 love your videos 💕

[@jessicarabbit1164]

So relaxing to watch. My hands won't let me do a lot of hand stitching, unfortunately...

[@emmajonesvintagesewingbox]

Oh I’m sorry about that. I’m going to do some research into what could help us with that as it seems to be a problem many of us face

[@craftdipper]

Ohhhh, what a beautiful design. Thank you for bringing it to light again and showing us, Emma. I've just had a thought... If it's hurting your hands and you have other kits you are dying to make, would you consider selling your unfinished Crosses quilt kit on ebay or Vinted? Or in your own shop? I'm sure someone would love to buy it, especially if the kit is no longer available. But of course, if you love it and want to finish it at your leisure, fitting it in around your own pattern designing, then that is different ❤❤ That sewing box is simply adorable 😍

[@emmajonesvintagesewingbox]

That is a good idea, but I find it so difficult to part with things! And I think I may regret it. I will keep going with it and if I don’t get much further in a year then maybe. Thanks so much for watching 😊

[@craftdipper]

@emmajonesvintagesewingbox yes, when I see the cost of one of those block of the month subscriptions, I can totally understand why you would find it hard to part with. Just do what feels best for your own well being, Emma. Hugs💕

[@lupinlanehandmade2808]

Hi Emma…another lovely relaxing video thank you 🙏..I love your turntable cutting mat can I ask where you got it from please? X

[@hannahjones8992]

Lovely video Emma, a delight to watch and I understand that it's really all to do with sacred geometry, which is in the hands of Archangel Metatron, a peace lover! Thank you, God Bless 🙏🏻💖

[@bernadettesjones9142]

❤❤❤❤

[@maryanncampbell-wick366]

Hello from Alaska Emma- love this video!! We had our first snow today, and we are rapidly losing daylight, so I am hoping a Serious light could be shipped to my edge of the planet. I love the idea of it being rechargeable. If I could only find a link to your sewing box...???

[@emmajonesvintagesewingbox]

Yes I’m pretty sure they ship world wide Mary and they even put the correct plug on but send them an email to confirm it before you purchase. I don’t have a link for the sewing box I’m afraid, they don’t make it anymore but it was made by Cath Kidston 🌸

[@IronStitches]

You are the gift that keeps on giving. Beautiful work. Did you make the house sewing basket? I love it.

[@emmajonesvintagesewingbox]

thank you! no I didn't;t, but would like to make one, one day!

[@Gmamajane1]

I would love to see you shore hope you take out the patter pieces without running the shapes of the design! Your work Is so lovely

[@poodlegirl55]

Say what?

[@karonwostenholme6533]

❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@moonlightcrafter6299]

I've been working on a grandmother's flower garden quilt for at least five years now and actually think I can have it completely pieced by the end of the year. I've thread basted all of my hexis but wonder how the glue holds up on a project that takes many years. Also how easy is it to get the papers out when using the glue stick?

[@emmajonesvintagesewingbox]

so far I have glue that's been at least 4 years in the shapes no problem, and its really easy to remove as its just a tacking glue. Give the pieces a press and the heat loosens the glue making it really easy to take the papers out

[@marycuffe6329]

Hello Emma, you were recommended to me by a friend and you did not disappoint… Really enjoyed this video and about to watch others… Can you tell me where you got your circular cutting turntable please ?

[@emmajonesvintagesewingbox]

oh how lovely, thank you! Yes, I got it from Sew and Quilt but not sure if they still have them. Also try Sew hot as I'm sure they used to have them too

[@luciapelser6458]

Hi Emma. Please tell me where you got your template and paper pieces from. I'm having a great deal of trouble obtaining it.

[@emmajonesvintagesewingbox]

From Sew and Quilt in the UK

[@angiewarren6045]

Hello Emma! I just love your videos! Ok so, where did you get the little house sewing box? It’s so darn cute! Also, just curious how long the glue pens last for you? You and Kate at The Last Homely House have just about convinced me to try EPP. 😊 your patchwork cross is lovely! Hope you’re having a great day!

[@emmajonesvintagesewingbox]

Hi Angie, the box is from Cath Kidston but they don’t make them anymore I’m afraid. The glue pens have refills which is good and I’d say one refill lasts about 2 1/2 to 3 hours of solid basting but that’s just a guesstimate as I’ve never actually measured it but it’s probably something like that

[@poodlegirl55]

Very nice. I like to have some long term projects but putting them away is the kiss of death for me. They need to be out or I won't work on them.

[@emmajonesvintagesewingbox]

Yes, out of sight out of mind isn’t it

[@jackief2397]

Hello Emma, my question probably sounds a bit silly, but how do you take the paper out, or do you leave the in? Sorry I’m new to this, but I would like to give it a try. Thank you.

[@emmajonesvintagesewingbox]

You just peel back the seams and pull out the paper, comes out really easily. Will make a short video all about this and post it tomorrow so keep a look out 😊

[@jackief2397]

@@emmajonesvintagesewingbox thank you!

[@earleneharper9353]

Emma after you use glue to baste your diamonds how do you get the papers out without stretching the material

[@lisachamberlain]

@@earleneharper9353 Not Emma, but when I’m ready to remove the papers I peel the glued-down edges off all the way around the shape, then lift the paper out. Sometimes I fold the seam allowance back a bit to get my fingers under the paper, but it doesn’t stretch the fabric. By the time you’re removing the paper the piece is surrounded by other shapes, so it’s pretty stable!

[@earleneharper9353]

@@lisachamberlain thank you

[@emmajonesvintagesewingbox]

The papers are only removed then the shapes are stitched on all sides so they don’t become stretched because of the stitching

[@suepotts698]

Lovely what make is your turntable please

[@emmajonesvintagesewingbox]

I think it is Sue Daly

[@KansasCandy01]

You spoke of Hexiform - is it possible to use it in a quilt that wwas started with paper/card stock?

[@emmajonesvintagesewingbox]

I wouldn’t, unless you removed the paper and stuck the hexiform back into those places but that would be a lot of work. It’s also worth bearing in mind that you need to quilt every hexiform shape if you are making a large quilt like this, in case they become dislodged. I tend to just use it for small projects

[@KansasCandy01]

@@emmajonesvintagesewingbox Thank you, I didn't believe it would work. Good to have it confirmed. Thank you!

[@MyHelena67]

Hi Emma x where did you get your rotating mat from please 🙏

[@emmajonesvintagesewingbox]

I got it from sew and quilt, many years ago now 🌸

[@terrigerald4171]

Where can I find the pattern Patchwork of the crosses?

[@emmajonesvintagesewingbox]

I'm not sure it is sold as a separate pattern sorry